The Air Jordan 8 ‘Championship’ Pack is set to debut during June 2016. This duo release will feature two pairs of the Air Jordan 8 that celebrates Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls winning their first 3-Peat during the 1992-93 NBA season.
The ‘Championship’ Pack is also referred to as ‘Celebration Collection’ or ‘Champ Pack’, but no matter what you call them, they still relate to a time when Michael Jordan and the Bulls were a dominate team.
After winning NBA Championships, Michael Jordan was commonly seen celebrating with ‘Champagne’ and a ‘Cigar’ however for 2016, the two pairs will be inspired by Champagne and Confetti. As well, the shoes are a follow up of last year Air Jordan 7 ‘Championship’ Pack.
As mentioned, two pairs of Air Jordan 8 will debut inspired by Champagne and Confetti. One of the pairs will come with a White base while the second in Black. Premium details as well as nods to his Championship will be represented throughout the shoes. The White pair comes with a Gold plate with Michael Jordan’s fingerprint as a tribute to winning the Larry O’Brien trophy. The Black version will have confetti print that also celebrates taking home the NBA championship.
Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack Champagne Cigar Release Date
The ‘Championship’ Air Jordan 8 Pack is set to release on June 25th, 2016 at Jordan Brand retailers. Currently preview images have been unveiled for the two pairs, but once we get a additional photos, we will make sure to update you. Retail price will be $250 each.
Air Jordan 8 Confetti
Colorway: Black/Metallic Gold-Anthracite
Release Date: June 25, 2016
Retail: $250
Product Number: 832821-004
Air Jordan 8 Trophy
Colorway: Light Bone/Metallic Gold-White
Release Date: June 25, 2016
Retail: $250
Product Number: 832821-030
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Update: Tomorrow, the Air Jordan 8 Championship Pack will release at retailers including Rock City Kicks.
Update: This weekend, the Air Jordan 8 ‘Championship’ will drop at retailers like WishATL. Will you be grabbing the set?
Update: Full official viewing of the Air Jordan 8 ‘Championship’ Pack that includes the Champagne and Confetti releases.
Update: Check out these detailed images of the Air Jordan 8 ‘Championship’ via Sneaker News. Retailers like Sole Fly will have them on June 25th.
Update: New images of the ‘Championship Pack’ Air Jordan 8 which includes the Confetti and Champagne releases have arrived thanks to icyheatsole.
Update: The Air Jordan 8 Championship Champagne Cigar Pack has a place holder date for June 25th, but as of now, that is the set debut date via J23App.
Jordan 8 Retro C&C
June 25thBlack/Metallic Gold – Anthracite
832821-004Light Bone/Metallic Gold – White
832821-030— J23 iPhone App (@J23app) April 27, 2016
Update: We now have a first look at the Air Jordan 8 ‘Championship’ Pack which includes the ‘Cigar and ‘Champagne’ release. Expect both to launch in June.
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